Funding Projects

Dolomite Point Redevelopment Project (DPRP), Punakaki, West Coast

To complete a significant redevelopment of key visitor facilities and infrastructure and enrich the visitor experience, improve traffic safety and give profile to the cultural significance of Dolomite Point.

Tourism Upgrades project

To undertake work on rail carriages including refurbishment of four carriages, remediation of eight carriages and conversion of three carriages to AKF class status capable of delivering a premium product offering to support the The Great Rail Journeys of NZ.

Fibre Links West Coast

To construct a 240 kilometre fibre link to connect Fox Glacier to Lake Hawea, providing upgraded telecommunications capacity and resilience benefiting both businesses and households.

Construction of four visitor experience Hubs in Te Wai Pounamu

To construct four visitor experience hubs throughout the region which connect key locations through interactive displays and storytelling of the history of the West Coast.

Blackwater Gold Mine Exploration Project

To develop two underground tunnels and ancillary infrastructure to the base of the historic Blackwater gold mine on the West Coast near Reefton - including exploration work to assess the potential to develop a new modern underground mine.

Hokitika Airport Redevelopment

To upgrade Hokitika Airport installing navigation lighting, replace the chipseal tarmac with bitumen, and lengthen runway starter extensions available for take-off.

Construction of Kawatiri Coastal Trail

To construct a grade 2 family friendly 42 km walking and cycling trail between Charleston and Westport in the Buller District of the West Coast.

West Coast CRP - Waiho River Stopbank Protection Phase 1

To improve flood protection and through the upgrade of existing and construction of new stopbank along the Waiho River.

West Coast Transport, Logistics and Ports Package - Westport Port

To install floating pontoons and ancillary infrastructure at Westport and Greymouth ports.

West Coast Regional Council - Stopbank - Waiho River Northside Havill Wall Extension and Southside Protection

To increase and maintain protection on the Waiho River on a "Hold the Line" basis.

Masterplan for Oparara Basin

To undertake a number of infrastructure upgrades including the restoration of cultural interpretation signage and panels - on the walking tracks, carparking and toilet facilities, valley viewing area and the access road.

Bridge Replacement West Coast - William Stewart

To replace the 240-metre William Stewart bridge which connects the Westland and Turamakau settlement.

Buller District Council - Buller River Stopbank Infrastructure

The project intends to construct infrastructure including flood water drains/gates to enable stopbanks and install water pumps at various sites in Westport

State Highway Package - West Coast State Highway Single Lane Bridges

To install and upgrade guardrails for single lane bridges in the West Coast State Highway (SH) network (SH73 Taipo River; SH6 Mikonui River), as part of the wider "State Highway Package" of 18 projects.

Bridge Replacement West Coast - Rough River

To replace the aging s168 metre single lane bridge with a fit for purpose modern two lane bridge improving traffic safety and resilience, particularly to motorists accessing the Grey Valley and the new Paparoa and Pike River Memorial walks.

Ultra Fast Broadband Mobile Sites for Tourism

To extend and improve the mobile coverage on the West Coast.

Hokitika Swimming Pool Renovation

To upgrade the Hokitika Pool with a new pool liner, pipework, water reticulation and filtration equipment, installation of wheelchair access, along with seismic strengthening upgrades and new changing rooms, toilets, showers, foyer, reception, first aid, office and dry storage areas.

West Coast CRP - Hokitika Flood and Coastal Erosion Protection

To construct a 1.4km rock revetment seawall as part of a flood management programme.

Rural Broadband/Mobile Blackspots - West Coast

To install broadband infrastructure in rural New Zealand and reduce black spot areas along state highways.

Upgrade of Croesus Road, Blackball

To widen Croesus Road at Blackball to accommodate increased vehicle and cycle traffic resulting from the Paparoa Great Walk and Pike 29 Memorial Track under construction by Department of Conservation.

West Coast Port Package - Greymouth Port Slipway

To repair and renew the existing the slipway infrastructure including manufacturing of a new cradle allowing slippage of vessels up to 150 gross tonnes - and the construction of a new slipway building to house the slipway.

Solid waste: Fox Glacier and Butlers (IRG)

To remove remaining waste material and rubbish from the old Fox River landfill and transportation to a newly constructed landfill cell at Butlers Landfill, south of Hokitika.

Westport Harbour Infrastructure

To complete resilience and commercial partnership initiatives at Westport Port including expansion of the pontoon facility, upgrade of The Fisherman Wharf, installation of a roll-on/roll-off facility, upgrade of the Kawatiri dredge, and wharf infrastructure, partnering with Westland Mineral Sands.

Cron Street and Old Christchurch Road Seal Extension - Old Christchurch Road

A cluster of civil works projects to improve pedestrian, parking and road safety in Franz Josef and Hokitika.

Bridge Replacement West Coast - Moonlight Creek

To replace the aging single lane bridge with a fit for purpose modern two lane bridge improving traffic safety and resilience, particularly to motorists accessing the Grey Valley and the new Paparoa and Pike River Memorial walks.

He Kākano, He Ngahere, He Wai Ora restoration

To protect and restore the indigenous riparian, wetland and forest habitat and biodiversity of the Arahura River.

West Coast Regional Council - Hokitika Stopbank Construction Stage 3

Upgrade existing stopbanks to provide increased protection to agricultural, horticultural and residential, assets, state highway and local roading networks, schools, aerodrome and municipal infrastructure.

West Coast Regional Council - Greymouth Flood Resilience Upgrades Stages 2/4/5

Develop new and upgrade existing stopbanks across Greymouth township including Blaketown and Cobden. Works will provide increased protection to residential, commercial, industrial, state highway and local roading networks, rail, schools, aerodrome and municipal infrastructure.

Greymouth Port Infrastructure

To complete resilience and commercial partnership initiatives at Greymouth Port including replacement of the existing berths and wharf along with the loading facility at Blaketown Lagoon, purchase of depth sounding equipment, upgrade of Richmond Wharf, rail strengthening and improvements, upgrade of Richmond Quay including the port electrical reticulation system, and flood wall relocation in partnership with Westland Mineral Sands.

State Highway Package - SH 67 Granity Seawall

To build approximately 950m of seawall protection for sections of State Highway 67, between Granity and Ngakawau which suffers frequent coastal erosion, as part of the wider "State Highway Package" of 18 projects.

Heliservices NZ - Tourism Asset Protection Programme

To provide ongoing business support following the disruption caused by COVID-19 as part of the essential New Zealand tourism offering.

West Coast Regional Employment Scheme

To deliver an employment and training program that is targeted at employer skills shortages across the three Council areas on the West Coast so that new and existing employees are connected to employer job openings.

Construction of a multi-purpose facility in Māwhera

To construct a new multi-purpose community facility for commercial and public use as a library, commercial retail and hospitality space, and community area.

Westport Airport - Critical Infrastructure resilience

As a result of Cyclone Fehi 700m, of the 850m seawall collapsed, this project seeks to rebuild this wall

West Coast CRP - Māwhera Quay Flood Protection Wall upgrade Stage 2

To complete Stage Two of the Greymouth Floodwall upgrade to a 1 in 150-year Annual Exceedance Probability standard.

District Revitalisation – Westport Waterfront Redevelopments

An opportunity exists for Westport to turn and face our greatest natural asset and develop the riverside to be a place where our people can meet, recreate and connect with our river. This work is one element of our district wide revitalisation programme.

Port Package (IRG) - Westport Gravel removal & Wharf repairs

This project is for the extraction of gravel build up around half-tide wall and involves dredging and removal of gravel. Repairs will also be made to the seawalls alongside Westport.

Tidal Creek #2 Bridge Replacement (IRG)

The replacement of the Tidal Creek No.2 bridge over Tidal Creek on the Karamea Highway and construct all associated road realignment and safety improvements as necessary.

Punakaiki Land Restoration Project

The Punakaiki land restoration project will receive $1,209,000 over 3 years to plant 170,000 trees and shrubs over 35.8 hectares. Project includes restoration of wetlands, enhancing breeding location for Taiko (Westland Petrel) and whitebait, and funding for a nursery upgrade

Cron Street Extension , Cron Street Footpath Extension, Old Christchurch Road Seal Extension (IRG) - Cron Street Extension, Cron Street Footpath Extension

Cron Street extension: the extension and sealing of Cron street beyond Kamahi Crescent in Franz Josef township, including the installation of parking and a footpath. Cron Street footpath extension: the creation of a footpath and parking bays along Cron Street between Kamahi Crescent and Cowan Place. Old Christchurch Road seal extension: the widening and sealing of up to 12.76km of Old Christchurch Road in the Arahura/Kawhaka Valley.

State Highway Package - SH 6 Tatare Bridge Franz Josef

To install guardrail edge protection and a clip-on pedestrian and cycle walkway on the 130m long Tatare Stream Bridge north of Franz Josef and provide major safety improvements for bridge users, as part of the wider "State Highway Package" of 18 projects.

West Coast Port Package - Westport Bulk & Shipping Precincts

Construction and upgrade of Westport port precinct infrastructure including new water and electricity reticulation, toilet and shower facilities, oil and waste disposal, security and fencing, upgrade of the harbour master offices and upgrade and repair of wharfing infrastructure.

West Coast Wildlife Centre - Tourism Asset Protection Programme

To provide ongoing business support following the disruption caused by COVID-19 as part of the essential New Zealand tourism offering.

STAPP - Fox Glacier Guiding

Approved as part of STAPP

Hokitika Airport Terminal Extension

Hokitika Airport wishes to extend the passenger terminal building to be able to cater for the current and anticipated growth in passenger numbers.

Ultra Fast Broadband Coverage for Towns

To provide UFB coverage for remote towns and communities on the West Coast including Gladstone, Kiata, Haast, Moana, Kumara, Kaniere, Fox, Franz Josef/Waiau, Whataroa, Hari hari and Ross.

Hector Historic Landfill (IRG)

Design and construction of a seawall to protect an historic landfill at Hector from coastal erosion. The project includes all ancillary works necessary to enable fit-for-purpose design and construction such as, but not limited to survey, contaminated land management, disposal of cut-to-waste and safe reinstatement of the site.

Grey Economic Support Package

To replace the existing Omoto Water Reservoir with two new 660m3 Water Reservoirs with road access, pipelines, power, communications at Arnott Heights and Tasman View.

Ngāti Waewae direct sourcing and management of Pounamu

To enable Te Runanga o Ngati Waewae to directly lead the sourcing & management of Pounamu, especially for the purposes of its commercialisation & tourism operations. Likely to comprise tribal land, including Maori land.

Relocation and Upgrade of Reefton Distilling Co. Limited

To complete fit out and installation of distillery plant and equipment including compliance along with some funding for sales and marketing.

Buller Economic Support Package

Planting Projects – North Beach, Beach Road, Tauranga Bay, Carters Beach

An affordable and efficient dredging option for Port of Greymouth

Funding for the acquisition of a new dredge to be purpose built to Dredge the Greymouth Port Lagoon

Dredging of Greymouth Port Lagoon

The Fishing Port Lagoon is badly silted up to the extent vessels can only move around at high tide. Require financial support to undertake a one-off dredging to 4m.

West Coast Whitebait Aquaculture Project - Kawatiri Whitebait

Capitalise on an accumulation of over 10 years of direct research into the sustainable commercial production of New Zealand’s iconic Whitebait species.

Wilderness Cycle Trail

Wilderness Cycle Trail

Port Package (IRG) - Port Jackson Wharf Repairs

Replacement of the causeway and main wharf piles, beams, cross bracing and fixtures; and maintenance repairs to timber members to extend the life of the existing wharf structure.

Responsible Camping 2020/21 - Westland District Council

West Coast Transport, Logistics and Ports Package - Port Jackson

To repair the commercial wharf facilities at Jacksons Bay, north of Haast.

Old Ghost Road Cycle Trail

Old Ghost Road Cycle Trail

Fox Glacier Water Treatment and Emergency Power

Rūnanga Miners' Hall Restoration Project

Restoration of Runanga Miners' Hall and transform it into a financially self-sustainable social enterprise (venue for community use, event and national/international visitor destination)

Temporary installation of toilets and bin modules at various camping sites, operational costs related tō servicing campsites, and four part-time compliance officers

Temporary installation of toilets and bin modules at various camping sites, operational costs related to servicing campsites, and four part-time compliance officers

Westland Outreach Digital Hub

To build and implement a Regional Digital Hub based in Greymouth and Outreach Hubs throughout South Westland - including the fit out and installation of Information, Communication and Technology equipment as well as providing business support and training.

Grey District Digital Hub

To build and implement a Regional Digital Hub and Outreach Hub serving the North, South and centre of the region.

Buller Digital Hub

To build and implement a Regional Digital Hub including the fit out and installation of Information, Communication and Technology equipment as well as providing business support and training.

Toilet cleaning, waste management, site maintenance, additional monitoring and compliance capacity, and tō provide education and information for campers

Toilet cleaning, waste management, site maintenance, additional monitoring and compliance capacity, and to provide education and information for campers

West Coast CRP - Buller River Flood warning system

To install and operate a new flood warning system in the Buller River catchment.

Ross Public Toilets and Shelter

Provision of toilet facilities at Ross

Te Tauraka Waka A Maui Marae Sustainability Project

Intend to build resilience and enable our marae ro become more sustainable and iser friendly as a rurally based asset for our hapu, Iwi and the wider community

Whataroa Toilets and shelter facility

Provision of toilet facilities at Whataroa

Westport Town Precinct & Pathways

Hokitika Beach Front enhancements

Responsible Camping 2020/21 - Buller District Council

Greymouth Master Plan

This project brings together twelve feasibility studies relating to the town of Greymouth to provide a 'Master Plan' for its rejuvenation and confirm its status

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Moana Hall

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Reefton Toilet Enhancement

Paringa Public Toilets

Punakaiki

Hokitika tō Westport rail feasibility study

Investigation regarding the establishment of a Scenic rail service between Hokitika and Westport.

West Coast Whitebait Aquaculture Project - Programme Director

To establish a project manager for a commercial whitebait operation on the West Coast.

Cass Square Toilets

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Project Manager and Contingency

Funding support for Project Management and Contingency for a cluster of projects to repair and renovate community halls and war memorials in the Westland District.

Kūmara Toilets, shelter bike stands and carparking

Provision of tourism facilities at Kumara

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Kūmara Memorial Hall

To repair and upgrade building and facilities of the Kumara Memorial Hall.

Punakaiki Water Supply Improvements

Construction of additional water storage facilities and fencing to address water supply issues at Punakaiki

Franz Josef Township: Natural Hazards Options Assessment and Cost Benefit Analysis

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Waitaha Community Hall

This application relates to renovation of Community Halls and facilities and repairs and cleaning war memorials in Westland District Council.

Arahura Marae Parking

Seal carpark, Waharoa area (Manuhiri waiting area) and overflow carparking area for our Marae, currently gravel

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Reefton Community Centre

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Waimangaroa Reserve Hall

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Marae Connectivity - West Coast

Connecting marae and providing a broadband service for 5 years as well as installation of essential hardware to allow for increased opportunities and connectedness within New Zealand.

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Haast Community Hall

To repair and upgrade building and facilities of the Haast Community Hall.

Franz Josef Heliport & carparking

Punakaiki Master Plan

Punakaiki Master Plan

Franz Josef Waste Water Pump

Jackson Bay beach front - boat trailer and visitor parking

Project terminated.

Haast Potable Water Storage

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - The Greymouth Regent Theatre/West Coast Theatre Trust Community Hub

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Signage, supply and install of bins, and increased operating expenses for public toilets & recycling facilities

Signage, supply and install of bins, and increased operating expenses for public toilets & recycling facilities

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Carters Beach Hall

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Okuru Lodge Community Hall

To repair and upgrade building and facilities of the Okuru Lodge Community Hall.

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Nelson Creek Community Hall

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Westland Campervan Dump Stations

Development Plan for Governance Structure for West Coast Ports

Further investigations following a previously completed feasibility study to investigate options form managing West Coast Ports under 1 Governance structure; to define the needs for Resilience Requirements & Maritime Safety

Shantytown Heritage Park - Tourism Asset Protection Programme

To provide ongoing business support following the disruption caused by COVID-19 as part of the essential New Zealand tourism offering.

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Bruce Bay Community Hall

To repair and upgrade building and facilities of the Bruce Bay Community Hall.

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Inangahua Junction Hall

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Upgrade and development of Westport Port

To assess the economic and social benefits of retaining, upgrading and developing land and facilities at the Port of Westport on the West Coast.

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Cobden Breakwater Kahuna Board Riders

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Mokihinui Hall

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Dobson Hall/ Dobson Reserve Board

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Greymouth Cenotaph

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Kokatahi Community Hall

This application relates to renovation of Community Halls and facilities and repairs and cleaning war memorials in Westland District Council.

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Hokitika Band Rooms

To repair and upgrade building and facilities of the Hokitika Band Rooms.

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Moonlight Hall

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Letter of Exchange - Sustainable Whitebait Fishery Indicative Business Case

Support for Four West Coast Economic Development Projects - Appendix 4 - Business Case for Oparara Arches

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Kaiata Hall

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Ahaura Memorial Hall

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Letter of Exchange - Hokitika Gorge Track Extension Design

Support for Four West Coast Economic Development Projects - Appendix 3 - Business Case for Kawatiri Coast Trail

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Greypower Pensioner Association Building

This application relates to renovation of Community Halls and facilities and repairs and cleaning war memorials in Westland District Council.

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - NBS Theatre

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Camerons Hall

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Reefton Racecourse Grandstand

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Reefton Racecourse Tearooms and Grandstand

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Marsden Aged Care Facility - Business Case

For co-funding to undertake further research, develop the opportunity & complete a business case into the development of a retirement village at Marsden Park, Greymouth

Support for Four West Coast Economic Development Projects - Appendix 2 - Feasibility Study for Blackball access road and Paparoa Great Walk Track

West Coast Regional Cycle Trails Strategy Development

The project proposes a review of West Coast cycle trails and development of an overarching strategy to ensure a regional network of sustainable world-class cycle trails

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Project Management Cost

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Blackball Workingmen's Community Hall

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Support for Four West Coast Economic Development Projects - Appendix 1 - Feasibility Study for Social Enterprise Pilot

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Westport War Memorial Gates and War Memorial Statues

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

1BT Grants - West Coast

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Rotomanu Hall

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Barrytown Hall

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Wangapeka Link Road: Strategic Business Case

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Blackball Community Centre

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Tōtara Flat Hall

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Maruia Hall

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Ngakawau Hall

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Hokitika Clock Tower - South African War Memorial

This application relates to renovation of Community Halls and facilities and repairs and cleaning war memorials in Westland District Council.

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Hokitika Cenotaph - First World War Memorial

This application relates to renovation of Community Halls and facilities and repairs and cleaning war memorials in Westland District Council.

Grey District Community Halls, War Memorials and Community Spaces - Dixon Park Memorial Gates and Pillars

The renovation projects are a cluster of community halls, war memorials and community facilities throughout the Grey District. Many communities administer their own halls in their local community.

Westland District Council Community Halls and War Memorials Renovations - Harihari War Memorial Cemetery Gates

This application relates to renovation of Community Halls and facilities and repairs and cleaning war memorials in Westland District Council.

Community Halls and War Memorials Upgrade – Buller District - Little Wanganui Hall

To renovate and upgrade a cluster of town halls, community buildings and war memorials throughout the Buller District